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But study results show some are not sold on performing the task; adequate training can build their confidence.

The study will have 3 cohorts examining different regimens of the current Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine or an omicron-based vaccine and will use participants from the phase 3 COVID-19 booster study.

The findings suggest that pregnant women should not delay COVID-19 vaccination until late pregnancy.

The analysis of 204 countries and territories reveals that AMR is now a leading cause of death worldwide, which is higher than HIV/AIDS or malaria.

Women had lower health-related quality of life at the beginning of the study, although men experienced a more rapid decline over time.

Shreejit Nair, senior vice president and life sciences market business lead at CitiusTech, discusses some trends and predictions for health care IT this year and on into the future.

Brian Thornley, the Associate Vice President of Supply Excellence, Innovation and Digital Strategy at Merck, discusses what makes blockchain unique and what it could mean down the road for pharmacies.

This month's OTC Cases focus on influenza.

Mitchel Rothholz, RPh, MBA, chief of governance and state affiliates at the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) and executive director of the APhA Foundation, discusses the results of a nationwide survey of pharmacists during the ongoing pandemic.

Probiotic Pearls Women’s helps support digestive and immune health.

Linaclotide (Linzess) is indicated for irritable bowel syndrome with constipation and chronic idiopathic constipation.

Symptoms of gonorrhea include painful urination, pain or swelling in the affected area, vaginal bleeding, and abdominal pain.

Norman Lepor, MD, a cardiologist and clinical investigator in the phase 3 clinical program for inclisiran (Leqvio; Novartis), discusses major trends in the atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and LDL-C management treatment landscape this year.

Norman Lepor, MD, a cardiologist and clinical investigator in the phase 3 clinical program for inclisiran (Leqvio; Novartis), discusses projections for inclisiran’s use in clinical and pharmacy settings.

Investigators learned that the degree of response depended on whether an individual has had 1, 2, 3, or 4, exposures through infection, vaccination, or both.

Pharmacy managers would do well to stay atop of literature and developments, but also learn to engage others within and outside of pharmacy in order to elicit their support and also acquire ideas.

Some study limitations include that follow-up data were missing for some patients who dropped out of the study during the follow-up stages and the timing of the follow-up echocardiograms were random and driven by preference versus standard protocol.

Ten quiz questions to assess your knowledge on common symptoms and treatments for glaucoma.

Fungicure Medicated Anti-Fungal Wash helps eliminate common fungus that can attack healthy skin.

Pharmacists can offer guidance on proper use of therapies and encourage adherence to regimens.

These findings suggest people with indications for PrEP may confront an access barrier if they live in a state that restricts scope of practice, according to the study.

The kit helps detect SARS-CoV-2 RNA in nasopharyngeal, anterior nasal, mid-turbinate nasal or oropharyngeal swab specimens from individuals suspected of COVID-19 by their health care provider.

This month features asciminib (Scemblix), pilocarpine HCI ophthalmic solution (Vuity), and amphetamine (Dyanavel XR).

Data from 4 analyses show that individuals treated with the drug achieved non-inferior vision gains compared with aflibercept.

Both data sets confirm previously announced results showing that the boost protects against the variant.

The 2 drugs are the first small molecule JAK-1 inhibitors to be approved in the United States as treatment options for patients who are not responding to other therapies.

Nearly two-thirds of respondents had residual feelings of anxiety, depression, or PTSD after using prescription medications.

DerMend treats or prevents dry, rough, scaly, and itchy skin, as well as minor skin irritations.

Xyosted is indicated for conditions associated with a deficiency or absence of endogenous testosterone.

Symptoms of gingivitis include swollen or puffy gums, dusky red and dark red gums, gums that bleed easily, bad breath, receding, and tender gums.